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Springtime in the Denver Highlands and the surrounding Denver Metro Area can be quite the roller coaster in terms of weather. But like the old Denver saying goes, “If you don’t like the weather, just wait a few minutes.” While residents and visitors may find themselves in an April blizzard one day and sunshine and beautiful blue skies the next, that doesn’t stop them from…

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“For Sale By Owner” founder uses real estate Broker to sell his own property.  Gotta love it.  http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-2022112/For-Sale-By-Owner-founder-sells-home–using-real-estate-broker.html

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From Realtor Mag – Home prices nationwide, which includes distressed sales, soared 10.2 percent year-over-year, according to CoreLogic’s February report. It’s the largest year-over-year increase in home prices since March 2006. It also marks the twelfth consecutive monthly increase in national home prices, according to CoreLogic’s report. When excluding distressed sales, home prices rose 10.1 percent year-over-year in February, according to CoreLogic. “Nationally, home prices…

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Located just a few minutes northwest of Downtown Denver, the Highlands is one of Denver’s up and coming neighborhoods. Recently featured in Travel + Leisure magazine and National Geographic Traveler, the community has experienced unparalleled growth and changes over the past several years including the addition of a number of hip urban restaurants, bars and local shops. Once a hidden gem, the popularity of Highlands…

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It’s that time of year again. Heart-shaped boxes of chocolates have been lining shelves in stores for weeks now, couples are planning for the big day, and love is in the air. It’s Valentine’s Day in Denver. Whether you’re looking to purchase the best looking flowers your partner has ever seen, want to plan an evening out in Denver with your sweetheart, or simply want…

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[1]Homeowners looking for the most return on their investment when it comes to remodeling should consider exterior replacement projects. According to the 2013 Remodeling Cost vs. Value Report, REALTORS® rated exterior projects among the most valuable home improvement projects. “REALTORS® know that curb appeal projects offer great bang for your buck, because a home’s exterior is the first thing potential buyers see,” says National Association…

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EXISTING HOMES: The National Association of Realtors said that December sales of previously-owned homes were up 12.8% from a year ago. That brought full-year sales to 4.65 million, up 9% from 2011 and the best year for home sales since 2007, when there were 5 million homes sold just before the start of the recession. The improved demand for homes in December led to the…

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The rebound in U.S. home building accelerated in December, capping the best year for the industry since 2008 and adding to signs that residential real estate is contributing to economic growth. According to Commerce Department data, New Home Starts climbed 12.1 percent last month to a 954,000 annual rate, which exceedied all forecasts of economists. Spurred by record-low mortgage rates, home construction will probably keep…

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We are all too familiar with the constant media reports that state that approximately one third of home owners are “upside down” or “underwater” on their mortgage. This is when they owe more on their mortgage than what their home is worth. As home prices have been steadily increasing, these people are less “underwater” than a year ago but they are still essentially stuck in…

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Glitzy, glittery ball drops, endless streams of confetti, booming fireworks and some of the best parties of the year can only mean one thing – New Years in Denver. Perhaps one of the most exciting times to be a Denver Highlands resident or visitor, our team at Nostalgic Homes explores the many New Years activities available to you this holiday season. Whether you’re looking for…

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